PAT DOWNING METAL DESIGN

Contemporary Artist, Blacksmith and Instructor

Pat Downing is an award-winning metal artist who works out
of his studio in San Diego where he creates one-of-a-kind hand-forged
sculptures.

Pat fuses traditional
blacksmithing with contemporary techniques and is especially known for his
vibrant patinas and his own unique take on Foldforming, the origami-like
process of folding heated metal into dramatic shapes.

Though
his work is far from traditional, Pat is very aware of the storied roots of
blacksmithing. When he’s not working in his studio, you can find Pat
dressed in 1850's period attire, demonstrating traditional blacksmithing
techniques to tourists and school groups at the Old Town State Park in San
Diego.

Pat’s work can be found at galleries and events throughout
Southern California and is available for sale in his Etsy Shop.